[ 🏃 ] 6 Questions About Kids & Training

Jul 9, 2024

Topics include balancing training and variety for kids, prioritizing inclusivity in youth sports, pre-season training for young athletes, introducing weights to young athletes, CrossFit for younger teens, and strength training focus for teen athletes. Practical advice for parents and coaches on supporting children's physical development without compromising their well-being.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Advice on Incorporating Plyometrics for Young Ski Racers

02:31 • 3min

Prioritizing Inclusivity and Development in Youth Sports

05:39 • 12min

Introducing Weightlifting to Kids in Sports

17:13 • 5min

Strategic Weightlifting for Kids in CrossFit

22:18 • 11min

🤙🏼 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club

We’re taking listener questions that revolve around helping kids with fitness, sports, and training.

Topics include the best activities for improving strength and movement patterns, the right approach to balancing sports participation for young athletes, the importance of focusing on fun and inclusion in youth sports, effective training methods, and how to appropriately introduce weights to kids.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:29 Listener Questions Introduction

02:45 Question 1: Balancing Training and Variety for Kids

05:41 Question 2: Prioritizing Inclusivity in Youth Sports

12:21 Question 3: Pre-Season Training for Young Athletes

17:12 Thanks to our Sponsors: Momentous & the Defender 110

19:45 Question 4: Introducing Weights to Young Athletes

24:13 Question 5: CrossFit for Younger Teens

27:04 Question 6: Strength Training Focus for Teen Athletes

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